Morning Coffee and Mimosas

Ever heard the term “work smarter, not harder?” In this episode, we tackle that concept through a discussion with productivity expert and YouTube personality, Peter Akkies.

Peter has developed a following teaching people to leverage technology and implement tools to stay on top of their day-to-day tasks and projects. He has a very popular YouTube channel (@PeterAkkies) where he discusses productivity, Apple, and lifestyle, with a special focus on to-do apps.

Listen with us as Peter shares actionable steps to help you increase your personal productivity and simplify your life.

To connect with Peter and explore more of his content on personal productivity visit these links:

Peter's Blog: https://peterakkies.net/blog

Peter's Courses: https://peterakkies.net/courses

Peter's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/peterakkies

Peter's Podcast: https://podcast.peterakkies.net/

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How we approach our work and life can significantly impact our productivity and overall happiness. There are so many tasks to get done. It can seem like we have to do them all, and do them all now!

If your mindset is "I have to do," then you're likely feeling drained by endless demands. What if we shifted our mindset from "I have to do this" to "I get to do this?" What if you saw the opportunities presented by what you are doing rather than these tasks being an obligation?

In this episode, we give you our take on this mindset shift and show you how to enjoy your days more and get more done! We wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving and wish you peace as we enter this busy season of life!

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In this episode, John Lee of TAPinto Nutley shares with us industry and journalism secrets that we can apply to boost our own business and even our own personal brands.

TAPinto is a community resource that provides residents with the latest in local news, events, and opinions. John Lee is a “connectrapreneur” bringing together small businesses and local organizations together with local media to amplify their voices, and often give them a voice. As John says, "Journalism principles are not just for journalists. They're also useful for all sorts of businesses.”

John has a great time with us as we ask him probing questions to uncover his “secrets,” learn the importance of using data to understand where to focus to grow, and so many other fun and useful bits of information that you can apply right away.

Listen along to this dynamic discussion full of fun facts and impactful insights. Next time you open your local news you’ll be wondering how your own reader engagement is driving the next article posted or the color of the hoodie in your local boutique!

#TAPinto #tapintonutley #journalism #businessgrowth #marketdata #storytelling #brandgrowth #consumerbehavior #localnews #consistency #dadjokes #personalproductivity #success #accountability #Communicate #habits #effectiveness #planning #PersonalDevelopment #fatherdaughter #podcast #easylisteningpodcast

In this episode, we get candid about things going on in our lives and how it’s impacted our own talent dilemma and need for reprioritization.

This conversation concerns the Talent Dilemma from the leader or individual contributor aspect.

As discussed in the previous episode, we are in a time where everyone needs to become flexible and adaptive to new challenges.

Understanding our own priorities, what fulfills us, and our goals are essential. With that backdrop, we are able to discern the difference between talent and competence, individual contributor and leader, all within the framework of what makes us happy and fulfilled.

Listen to our episode today as we explore the Talent Dilemma and what it means for your identity and your company.

#talentdilemma #dadjokes #thegreatresignation #leadership #howtodecide #decisions #individualcontributor #priority #personalproductivity #discipline #consistency #success #accountability #Communicate #habits #effectiveness #planning #PersonalDevelopment #fatherdaughter #podcast #easylisteningpodcast

The talent dilemma is an issue in the 21st century. We are in a time where everyone needs to become flexible and adaptive to new challenges. It’s tough hiring the right people right now. If you manage staff, you’re probably worried about them leaving. As an employee, you may wonder if you should move on to “greener pastures.” To meet these challenges, individuals and leaders need to identify who they have and what they need.

Succeeding in this requires more than talent. Understanding the difference between talent and competence, individual contributor, and leader is essential. Listen to our episode today as we explore the talent dilemma and what it means for your identity and your company.

#talentdilemma #dadjokes #thegreatresignation #leadership #howtodecide #decisions #individualcontributor #priority #personalproductivity #discipline #consistency #success #accountability #Communicate #habits #effectiveness #planning #PersonalDevelopment #fatherdaughter #podcast #easylisteningpodcast 

Did you know there is a correlation between empathy and performance? A study published in the Journal of Organizational Behavior found that people with high levels of empathy were more likely to be engaged at work.

Empathy is often described as trying to understand and internalize someone else's feelings, experiences, problems, and challenges, even though you're not experiencing them.

Our episode today explores the power of empathy in all aspects of your life, personal and professional. We talk about ways to develop empathy and the profound impact it can have on your career and overall happiness.

Come listen with us, walk a mile in our shoes, and flex your empathy muscles in the week ahead!

#empathy #developempathy #experianceempathy #dadjokes #planning #howtodecide #decisions #learntosayno #priority #personalproductivity #discipline #consistency #success #accountability #Communicate #habits #effectiveness #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #fatherdaughter #podcast #easylisteningpodcast 

You often hear the phrase 'look for the silver lining' in life, but what does it mean? Have you ever seen a dark cloud with bright edges around it? This is known as a 'Silver Lining.'

In this episode, Cristina uses a recent travel nightmare to expose the power of being "in the moment.” Join us for examples of a positive and present mindset and laughs at her expense! Come away inspired to find that silver lining in your next challenge or setback and enjoy the journey.

As with dark clouds in the sky, every disappointment is outlined by a silver lining. The sun, better days, and new opportunities are right there; you must be present enough to find them.

#silverlinings #dadjokes #inthemoment #planning #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #fatherdaughter #easylisteningpodcast 

Conflict is a natural and inescapable part of living. When embraced, positive conflict can even be a catalyst for change. But when conflict isn't managed correctly, it can create a competitive, damaging, and unhealthy environment. 

Discerning when to enter a conflict, when to avoid it, and most importantly, how to deal with it is key to improving relationships and preventing future conflicts. In this episode, we outline five easy steps to conflict resolution;

·   Create a positive atmosphere

·   Clarify perceptions

·   Create a list of common goals

·   Generate options

·   Make a mutually beneficial agreement

Listen with us for the valuable insights (and fun) that bring this list alive for practical application!

Getting organized and keeping organized can be daunting. We all have many things to do, from different areas of our life, like work, home, hobbies, children, etc. Each one of these areas can be further segmented. So, how can this all be managed effectively?

Real productivity is getting your ideas and tasks out of your head and into some application, so it’s never forgotten.

There are many different approaches to getting and staying organized. Our episode today will dig into the features that should be non-negotiable in a great productivity tool and guide you on what you should do to stay and keep organized!

Join us this week for a quick update on the podcast schedule for the remainder of the summer. 

We’ll be moving to a bi-weekly schedule to ensure each week is full of unique value for you, our listeners. We’ve got a great lineup of guests coming in the coming weeks. 

Stay engaged on our social channels @morningcoffeeandmimosas for updates on episode drops.